1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1980 Austin Maxi
To start off, 1980 Austin Maxi is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Austin Maxi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1980 Austin Maxi. (91 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Austin Maxi weights approximately 38 kg more than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Austin Maxi, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1980 Austin Maxi (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 Austin Maxi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1980 Austin Maxi | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | Giulietta | Maxi |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 95.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 957 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 47 L |
